BVRLA Fair Wear & Tear Guide: LCVs
The aim of this guide The aim of the BVRLA Fair Wear & Tear Guide is to provide:
› information to drivers and fleet operators about looking after a leased or financed vehicle so that end of contract charges can be avoided
› an industry-wide, accepted standard that defines fair wear and tear on
light commercial vehicles when they are returned at the end of a lease or finance agreement.
Separate Fair Wear & Tear Guides are available for commercial vehicles over 3.5t and up to 17 seat minibuses, and passenger cars.
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Fair wear and tear occurs when normal usage causes acceptable deterioration to a vehicle. When BVRLA members review deterioration in the vehicle’s condition at the end of a contract or finance agreement, they consider the age, mileage, use of the vehicle and whether it has been looked after sufficiently. Fair wear and tear should not be confused with damage, which occurs as a result of a specific event or
series of events, such as an impact, inappropriate stowing of items, harsh treatment, negligent acts or omissions. This Fair Wear & Tear Guide is produced by the British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association (BVRLA) with the assistance of a specialist working group drawn from BVRLA members, and independent market experts.
Licensed by the BVRLA for use by Volkswagen Financial Services from 19 December 2025 until 31 December 2026
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